2003 Proton Saloon vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Proton | Tata |
| Model | Saloon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
